The shoulder pads really hadn't changed in 25 years, but they are now, and they need to." Left to right: Former Ravens head coach Brian Billick, Baylor head coach Matt Rhule, ...

The shoulder pads are intensely cleaned every year and checked for safety, but he's happy to stick with his trusted gear over choosing something new. “I’ve worn them for 25 years,” Brady said.

The shoulder pads were first issued to him during his freshman year in 1995, and Brady was well into his third season wearing the "Douglas 25Ls" when cornerback Joejuan Williams, the Patriots ...